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 Loyd E. Conley, 64, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. at OhioHealth Marion General Hospital, Marion.

He was born on Feb. 19, 1956 in Ada, to the late LT and Martha Fern (Elwood) Conley.  On July 19, 1975, Loyd married Debra C. Morrison and she survives in McGuffey.

Loyd retired from Wilson Sporting Goods Co. of Ada. He was a member of the McGuffey Church of Christ. Loyd drove the squad for the U.S.V. EMS and was a volunteer on the McGuffey Fire Department. He enjoyed building derby cars and going to car shows.

Here are members of the Ada Junior High Science Club during the 1975-76 school year. 

Row one, Jeff Lawrence and Janie Bertl.

Row two, Rowan Laing, Bill Ansley, Sammy Awad, David Vottero, Brooks Bertl and Mr. O'Donnell.

Row three, Diane Hinderliter, Laura Brace, Lynn Ansley, Dan Norberg.

McCartney III is a gem that proves why Sir Paul McCartney is the greatest singer-songwriter of modern times

Reviewed by Craig Hoffman
McCartney III is the 18th solo album by former Beatle Paul McCartney. The album was released in December 2020. The genius songwriter is the most successful albums act in U.K. recorded music history. 

The artist has 22 number 1 records with The Beatles, Wings, and other solo efforts. McCartney III is on pace to add to that tally. It is expected to reach number one in the U.K. and the top three on the U.S. charts.

Ada HS sophomore is active in several school activities

Amelia Alexander Ada High School sophomore, is the Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative Ada January student of the month.

Amelia is active in several school organizations including:
• Book Club
•Ada Mental Health Alliance (AMHA)
•Language Club

• And athletic activities:
• Tennis team
• Volleyball team
• Cross country team

Outside school activities:
• Student columnist for the Ada Icon
She is the daughter of Robert and Shelleigh Alexander.

The ever-changing rock of ages on the ONU campus has a new appearance. The spirit rock features a portion of a famous quote by Maya Angelou. The full quote is: “I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” (Photo from ONU Facebook)

Reservations still available for Jan. 13 PaintINN

The Inn at ONU invites you to embrace your inner artist at the start of a new year, by allowing your creativity to soar.

Here’s how:
Join the Inn’s January PaintINN on Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m.

Guests may arrive at 5:30 p.m. for an early start. This month’s art project is painting a winter barn on canvas and is led by Marilyn Reed, professional artist.

February’s Paint INN is Thursday, Feb. 18, at 6 p.m. This art project is painting spring tags on wood.

All events include supplies, instruction, a glass of wine, non-alcoholic beverages and a different plates of appetizers plus dessert.

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